Antique 19th Century Egg Tempera Gilded Greek Orthodox Icon Saint Modestus 1800 Drawings & Prints He was appointed professor of

He was appointed professor of drawing and modeling at the Schools of the City of Paris

The ladle is in great shape and is ready to serve your guests their favorite punch or nog at your holiday party

The urns having a rich red ground with gilded panels

where he lived

Antique 19th Century Egg Tempera Gilded Greek Orthodox Icon Saint Modestus 1800 Drawings & Prints He was appointed professor ofA fine antique hand painted and gilded Greek Orthodox icon, of Saint Modestos, circa 1800. The icon is hand painted with egg tempera paint on a wooden panel, with gilded accents to the saint's garments and halo, the green background with the saint's name written in black. To the center the figure of saint Modestos is depicted wearing brightly colored priestly vestments and is holding a bible in his left hand with his right hand in a gesture pointing